Sorcery or Skill? The Puzzling Construction of Nan Madol
Hidden in the turquoise waters off the coast of Pohnpei, Micronesia, lies Nan Madol, a mysterious ancient city built on over 100 artificial islets. Known as the…
The Ship of Gold: The S.S. Central America Shipwreck and the Enigmatic “Mona Lisa of the Deep”
Beneath the waves of the Atlantic lies one of history’s most enigmatic and lucrative treasures—the S.S. Central America, famously dubbed the “Ship of Gold.” Among the countless…
Yuya: The Enigmatic Grandfather of Akhenaten and the Puzzle of Ancient Egypt
The discovery of Yuya’s tomb in 1905 in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings remains one of the most significant archaeological finds of the 20th century. Yuya, a…
3,000-Year-Old Axe From Must Farm Uncovers Ancient Survival and Craft
Must Farm, often referred to as “Britain’s Pompeii,” offers a unique glimpse into the lives of Bronze Age inhabitants around 3,000 years ago. Among its many discoveries,…
A Mother’s Touch: The Emotional Legacy of Bell Beaker Burials in Europe
Recent discoveries from Bell Beaker burial sites in western Eurasia have revealed touching insights into family relationships and cultural rituals during the Early Bronze Age. A multidisciplinary…
Roman “Toilet Spoon” Discovered in Wales: A Rare Find From the 7th Century
In a remarkable find near the Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales, an ancient Roman silver “ligula” has captured the fascination of archaeologists and history enthusiasts alike. Unearthed…
7th-Century Avar Warrior Grave With Intact Armor Discovered in Hungarian Countryside
In a groundbreaking discovery near Ebes, Hungary, archaeologists have unearthed the grave of a 7th-century Avar warrior, complete with an intact set of lamellar armor and remarkable…
Fragment of a Horse Frieze From the Temple of Zeus Recovered 9 Meters Beneath the Waves Off Agrigento, Sicily
An extraordinary underwater discovery off the coast of Agrigento, Sicily, has brought to light a sculptural fragment from the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Found at a depth…
Ancient Rongorongo Script Unearthed on Easter Island Originated Centuries Before European Influence
The discovery of the rongorongo script on Easter Island has captivated researchers, revealing a writing system that predates European contact by over 200 years. This ancient script,…
Hiker Discovers 2,800-Year-Old Assyrian Scarab Seal-Amulet in Lower Galilee
A remarkable discovery has shed new light on the ancient Assyrian presence in the Levant. A 2,800-year-old scarab seal, intricately engraved with motifs of a beetle and…